This bill amends the existing law regarding homestead property tax refund claims in Kansas, specifically targeting eligibility criteria for seniors and disabled veterans. It increases the household income threshold from $50,000 to $75,000 and raises the appraised value limit of the homestead from $350,000 to $500,000 for claimants. Additionally, the bill establishes that for tax year 2026 and beyond, the household income threshold will be adjusted annually based on the cost-of-living increase as determined by federal guidelines.

The bill also clarifies the definition of "claimant" and specifies that a surviving spouse of an eligible claimant can continue to receive benefits until remarriage. Furthermore, it repeals the previous version of K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 79-4508a, ensuring that the new provisions are integrated into the homestead property tax refund act. The changes aim to provide greater financial relief to eligible seniors and disabled veterans by expanding the criteria for tax refunds.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 79-4508a